Dental Assistants Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,300 -21.1% vs national
Median hourly $17.93
10th percentile $30,930
90th percentile $60,800
Employed locally 370
National median $47,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,930
    25th
    $36,140
    50th (median)
    $37,300
    75th
    $44,180
    90th
    $60,800

    Top-paying metros for Dental Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $65,360
    Minnesota $64,630
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $64,600
    Rochester, MN $62,990
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $62,700
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $62,620

    Related occupations in Southeast-Central Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$35,410
    Nursing Assistants$36,430
    Medical Assistants$40,690
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$29,710
    Physical Therapist Aides$28,710
    Physical Therapist Assistants$57,780

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dental Assistants make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Dental Assistants in Southeast-Central Idaho is $17.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.86 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Dental Assistants salaries?

    The median Dental Assistants salary in Southeast-Central Idaho is 21.1% below the national median of $47,300. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Dental Assistants in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Dental Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $30,930 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,140.